Blog Category | Employment law

Yes. Your employer can fire you for no reason in Pennsylvania. Most employees work under an “at-will” employment arrangement. That means your employer can terminate you without giving you a reason. However, they can’t fire you for an illegal reason, such as discrimination, retaliation, or refusing to break the law....

Many Allentown workers discover too late that their employers labeled them as independent contractors to avoid paying benefits, overtime, and payroll taxes. Employee misclassification costs workers thousands of dollars in lost wages and protections each year. At Mansour Law, LLC, our employment law team helps workers evaluate misclassification and protect...

Pennsylvania workers have enforceable rights to fair pay, safe conditions, medical leave, and protection from discrimination and retaliation. In Allentown, many employees tolerate mistreatment, assuming everyone’s also being mistreated in some way. However, state and federal law clearly define how employers must treat you and ensure your rights are protected....

If your employer in Philadelphia fired you illegally, for instance, because you reported discrimination, asked for a medical leave, or filed a workers’ rights complaint, an employment lawyer can protect your rights, challenge your termination, and recover the compensation you’re entitled to under the law. At Mansour Law, our employment...

Some people have medical challenges that limit their career options. They may have acquired illnesses or congenital medical conditions. Regardless of the nature of someone’s medical challenges, they may require certain forms of support to do their job safely and efficiently. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), businesses typically...

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) grants eligible employees the right to take unpaid, employment-protected leave for qualifying family and medical reasons. Understanding when workers are entitled to FMLA leave can help both employees and employers to better ensure compliance with the law and to protect the rights of...

Losing a job is devastating, but when it seems unjust, fueled by prejudice or retaliation, more than your livelihood may be at stake. Wrongful termination violates your legal rights and leaves you with a deep sense of injustice. Fortunately, state and federal laws offer legal recourse. Holding your employer accountable...

A common term that’s often used by employees is “quiet quitting.” It’s a term that essentially means that an employee is setting boundaries within their workplace and will only do the bare minimum of their work. Some employers are adopting this term and are “quiet firing” employees. Quiet firing is...

A hostile work environment can significantly impact an individual’s job satisfaction, performance, and well-being. It’s characterized by more than just occasional rudeness or isolated incidents. It involves either a particularly egregious scenario or a pattern of behavior that creates an intimidating, offensive or hostile work atmosphere. Understanding the difference between...

In the modern corporate world, navigating the complexities of employment can sometimes be as challenging as climbing a mountain. Wrongful termination is an issue that many individuals face, and it can profoundly impact one’s career, finances and well-being. Suppose this is your current predicament; you are likely wondering how to...

Workers depend on their jobs not just for income but also for key benefits, like health insurance. Additionally, someone’s employment often contributes to their sense of self-esteem. Losing a job can be a major hardship, especially when the economy isn’t great or when someone works in a very specialized field....

Most people understand that the law protects them from all forms of workplace harassment and discrimination. This means that your employer cannot punish you for filing a complaint if you are harassed at work. It also means that you cannot be reprimanded for participating in a protected activity like an...

The rights of pregnant and nursing employees often seem to be discussed less than the rights of other people who face discrimination and obstacles in the workplace. Since working through pregnancy and returning to work after giving birth are an economic necessity for many women – especially those who get...

Workers coping with the consequences of misconduct by their employers are often left struggling financially. Employer misconduct might include discrimination, such as denying someone fair pay or employment opportunities based on protected characteristics like race or sex. Other workers may need to bring a claim because of unpaid wages or...

At-will employment is used in most of the states in the U.S., although it is uncommon in the rest of the world. It’s important to understand how these employment laws work and the benefits and drawbacks that they provide for you. It’s also important to note that you are not...